The Food

“One of the things that makes our Latin dishes unique is that we’re cooking it differently. We use ingredients you won’t find elsewhere. And we want the food to look as good as it tastes.”

- Chef / Co-Owner Matt Carter

The Chef

Blending influences from his travels as well as some of his favorite chefs, Chef Matt Carter takes you on a culinary journey across Spain, Mexico, Central- and South America with his menu at The Mission. In 2024, Carter was named Arizona Restaurant Association’s Foodist Award’s Food Pioneer Award recipient, also known as the lifetime achievement award. Honoring a lifetime of outstanding culinary excellence that continues to educate, inspire, entertain, and foster a deeper understanding of the culinary culture in Arizona.

The Drinks

Discover a full bar including hand-curated Latin-influenced cocktails, and a careful selection of local and internationally renowned craft beers.

Also, join us for Guac-tail Hour - daily from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM in the bar and lounge at The Mission Kierland!

Private Events

From intimate family celebrations to large corporate events, we love to create memorable experiences for your guests. Our on-site event coordinator provides full service event consulting, planning and management to create custom event accommodations, menu options and diagrams for each event.